2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 69 L |
